Baja sauce

Baja sauce

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Target diet: Vegan

Baja sauce · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 7 more.

  • milk
  • cream
  • butter
  • cheese
  • egg
  • buttermilk

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

soybean oilwatervinegaregg yolksjalapeno peppersmilksugarred bell peppers*

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, cream, butter
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
413.8 kcal
Fat
41.4 g
Saturated fat
6.9 g
high
Carbohydrates
6.9 g
Sugars
1 g
low
Fibre
0 g
Protein
3.4 g
Salt
0.6 g

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

soybean oil, water, vinegar, egg yolks, jalapeno peppers, milk, sugar, contains less than 2% of salt, red bell peppers*, lactic acid, xanthan gum, mustard flour, disodium inosinate and disodium guanylate, onion*, garlic*, citric acid, buttermilk, butter (cream, salt), spice, sodium phosphate, cheese culture, enzymes, natural flavor, with sorbic acid, potassium sorbate and calcium disodium edta as preservatives. *dried contains: egg, milk.

Detailed analysis: why is Baja sauce not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Baja sauce is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • cream
  • butter
  • cheese
  • egg
  • buttermilk
  • Eggs (allergen data)
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: soybean oil, water, vinegar, egg yolks, jalapeno peppers, milk, sugar, contains less than 2% of salt, red bell peppers*, lactic acid, xanthan gum, mustard flour, disodium inosinate and disodium guanylate, onion*, garlic*, citric acid, buttermilk, butter (cream, salt), spice, sodium phosphate, cheese culture, enzymes, natural flavor, with sorbic acid, potassium sorbate and calcium disodium edta as preservatives. *dried contains: egg, milk.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Baja sauce contains 413.8 calories per 100g, with 3.4g of protein, 41.4g of fat, and 6.9g of carbohydrates (1g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Baja sauce Vegan?

No, Baja sauce is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, cream, butter and others.

Does Baja sauce contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: soybean oil, water, vinegar, egg yolks, jalapeno peppers, milk, sugar, contains less than 2% of salt, red bell peppers*, lactic acid, xanthan gum, mus...

What are the nutritional facts of Baja sauce?

Baja sauce contains 413.8 calories per 100g, with 3.4g of protein, 6.9g of carbohydrates, and 41.4g of fat.

How much sugar is in Baja sauce?

Baja sauce lists 1 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Baja sauce ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Baja sauce is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Baja sauce on a Vegan diet?

No, Baja sauce is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.